Atty. Daniel S. Melamed

Atty. Daniel S. Melamed

Daniel is a partner in our Family Law Group. Certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Family Law Specialist, he is also fully qualified as a family law mediator and arbitrator.

38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Daniel S. Melamed at a glance

Daniel S. Melamed is an attorney, practforg at Torkin Manes LLP. They haand 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Ontario, Harvard Trained Mediator, Ontario, Certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Family Law, and Ontario (1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Daniel is a partner in our Family Law Group
  • Certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Family Law Specialist, he is also fully qualified as a family law mediator and arbitrator
  • As a mediator and arbitrator, Daniel has assisted clients and family law lawyers to resolve matters in a sensible, efficient and private manner
  • In family law matters of property, spousal and child support, Daniel has been involved in the determination of income, the valuation of multinational, privately held corporations, stock options and senior executive pensions
  • In addition, he has provided counsel regarding the forensic investigation of hidden offshore assets
  • His practice includes complex custody and access issues involving jurisdictional disputes, and blended and extended families, including grandparents, aunts and uncles
  • Daniel is Preferred Counsel to The Lawyers’ Professional Indemnity Company, the insurance provider for lawyers in the Province of Ontario, where he is retained as counsel to defend family lawyers where negligence is claimed

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How long has Daniel S. Melamed practiced law?
Daniel S. Melamed has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
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What awards or recognition has Daniel S. Melamed receiandd?
Daniel S. Melamed's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory - Family Law (2016); Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Mediation, Toronto (Canada).

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory - Family Law (2016)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Mediation, Toronto (Canada)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Mediation, Toronto (Canada)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Ontario, Harvard Trained Mediator
Ontario, Certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Family Law
Ontario
Admitted: 1988

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